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    Separating Sheep From Goats Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Nov 29, 2023
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    This sermon explores the Parable of the Sheep and Goats in Matthew's gospel, suggesting that it represents not the "End Times" but the inauguration of the Kingdom of God through Jesus' death, resurrection, and ascension.

    Much has been written on the phrase “Son of Man,” since it is Jesus’s primary self-designation in the Synoptic Gospels — 30 times in Matthew, 14 in Mark, 25 in Luke. But it is even prominent in John — where Jesus uses other self-designations, most notably the “I am” sayings — appearing 13 times in ...read more

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    Go! And Trust What You Have Heard Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 3, 2025
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     | 192 views

    How did the Gospel writers — Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John — recorded the teachings, miracles, parables, conversations, emotions, prayers, and actions of Jesus with breathtaking accuracy.

    Go! And Trust What You Have Heard How the Gospel Writers Knew What Jesus Did and Said INTRODUCTION If someone today claimed to remember every word spoken by a friend three years ago, we would raise an eyebrow. We forget what we said yesterday, never mind three years ago! And yet the Gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Thy Kingdom Come PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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    To understand and live in the Kingdom of God, making the choice to serve God faithfully rather than being consumed by worldly possessions, as taught in Matthew 6:24.

    Our focus today will be on a powerful teaching from the book of Matthew, chapter 6, verse 24, which challenges us to understand the Kingdom of God, to live it, and to bring it to Earth. As we embark on this journey, let's keep in mind the words of Pastor Rick Warren: "The Kingdom of God is a ...read more

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    Broad And Narrow Way PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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    Explore the struggle of submitting to God's will and the importance of choosing the narrow path that leads to life, as depicted in Matthew 7:13-14 and Jesus' experience in the Garden of Gethsemane.

    Good morning, family in Christ! Today, we’re diving into a complex yet enriching discussion about life's choices and the struggle to submit to God’s will. One of my favorite Christian authors, A.W. Tozer, once said, "The reason why many are still troubled, still seeking, still making little forward ...read more

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    Get Behind Me Satan PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Explore the interaction between Jesus and Peter in Matthew 16:21-28, emphasizing the importance of aligning our desires with God's will and understanding the depth of Jesus' sacrifice.

    Good morning, family of God. Today, we're gonna dive headfirst into a powerful exchange between Jesus and Peter in Matthew 16:21-28. This passage is packed with meaning, showcasing both Peter's rebuke of Jesus and Jesus revealing His divine plan. Throughout it all, we'll uncover the deep ...read more

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    It's In Your Mouth PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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    The power of words, our need for healing, and the importance of speaking healing words into the lives of others, as demonstrated in the story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:21-28.

    Good morning, family. I hope this day finds you wrapped in God's grace. Today, we're going to examine a passage from the book of Matthew. Our focus will be on the power of words, our need for healing, and how we can strive to speak healing words into the lives of those around us. Just as John ...read more

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    How Many Times? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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    Explore the power, necessity, and example of forgiveness as demonstrated in Matthew 18:21-35, emphasizing the importance of forgiving others as we have been forgiven by God.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dig deep into the power, the necessity, and the example of forgiveness as shown to us in Matthew 18:21-35. It's a passage that might make you squirm a little, but boy is it powerful! Before we dive in, I want to share a quote from Dag Hammarskjöld, ...read more

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    Who's Coming To Dinner PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
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    Explore the parable of the wedding banquet in Matthew 22, emphasizing the radical hospitality of God's invitation, the consequences of rejecting it, and the joy that comes from accepting it.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're going to delve into an intriguing parable in Matthew 22, verses 1 through 14. It's a story about invitations, hospitality, rejection, and joy. We'll be looking at the three facets: the invitation to radical hospitality, the cost of rejecting the invitation, and ...read more

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    True Hope And False Hope PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023
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    This sermon explores the difference between true hope, grounded in faith, and false hope, which is superficial and hypocritical, using Matthew 23:27-28 as a guide.

    Hello, family! It's a blessing to be with you all today. We're here to talk about something that we all need in our lives - hope. Now, hope can be a tricky thing, can't it? Sometimes it's a beacon in the dark, lighting our way. Other times, it seems to be just out of reach, a mirage in the desert ...read more

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    After Giving Thanks PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 903 views

    This sermon explores Matthew 25:31-46, challenging us to live out the Christian ideal of serving others as if we were serving Christ Himself.

    Welcome, friends. It's good to be together again. We gather in this sacred space, united in our faith. We're here to learn. We're here to grow. We're here to seek wisdom from the Word of God. Today, we're focusing on a powerful passage from the book of Matthew. It's a passage that challenges us. It ...read more

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    A Lifestyle Change PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024
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    This sermon encourages believers to find rest and relief in Jesus, emphasizing perseverance in faith despite life's burdens, using Matthew 11:28-30 as a guide.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. How wonderful it is to gather together in this sacred space, with hearts aflame with love for our Savior and minds open to the wisdom of His word. Isn't it a blessing to be in the fellowship of believers, to share in the joy of our collective faith, and to learn ...read more

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    The Transformation Of The Twelve, Part Three Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,407 views

    The Apostles were very human men, just like us. And just as Jesus took these diamonds in the rough and polished them into gems, so God wants us to reach our spiritual potential by spending time with Jesus.

    The Transformation of the Twelve, Part Three (Matt. 10:2-3) Main Idea: The Apostles were very human men, just like us. And just as Jesus took these diamonds in the rough and polished them into gems, so God wants us to reach our spiritual potential by spending time with Jesus. I. Levi ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Righteousness Begins In The Heart Series

    Contributed by David Swanger on Mar 13, 2013
     | 6,911 views

    Making clear His attitude toward the Old Law, Jesus challenged the religious leaders teaching and raised the bar when it came to righteous living.

    Righteousness Begins in the Heart Matthew 5:17-20 To some who were confident of their own righteousness (don’t miss that statement) and looked down on every¬one else, Jesus told this parable: Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Phari¬see ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Schemes Of The Devil Part 5: Unforgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,403 views

    Part 5 continues to focus on unforgiveness.

    The Schemes of the Devil Part 5: Un-forgiveness Part 2 Scriptures: Luke 17:3-4; Matthew 5:43-48 Introduction: In my message last week, I shared with you the fact that we are required to forgive if we want God to forgive us. Jesus taught that God will only forgive our sins (and forget about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Blessed Are The Poor Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 27, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,673 views

    A backwards look at how the poor are blessed. Part 2 of 9

    October 5, 2008 Blessed are the Poor Matthew 5:1-3 One Sunday after worship was over a little boy told the pastor, “When I grow up, I’m going to give you some money. The pastor replied, “Well, thank you, but why?” “Because my daddy says you’re one of the poorest preachers we’ve ever had.” Being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist